Restructuring a business presents legal and operational challenges, particularly when managing redundancies, redeployment, and changes to employment terms. Missteps can lead to costly and time-consuming grievance claims, making it essential for employers to navigate the process with care.

This session brings together leading experts to examine the legal framework and practical strategies for restructuring in compliance with employment obligations. Our panellists will cover the foundational legal requirements for restructures and provide guidance on overcoming various common challenges that may arise along the way. Through a case law update and some practical examples, they will highlight common pitfalls, successful approaches, and key takeaways to mitigate risk and effectively support organisational change.

Join us for an in-depth discussion on the dos and don’ts of restructuring, equipping you with the knowledge to manage restructures smoothly and lawfully.

Learning Outcomes

Learning Outcomes

• Learn about the key elements of a restructure consultation process
• Gain insights into some more technical areas of restructures, including selection processes and the right to access information
• Learn about the interplay between restructures and parental leave obligations
• Identify and address other key risks in restructuring, including overlooked contractual provisions, mixed motives, managing sick leave, and offering voluntary redundancy 
• Become better informed about how to overcome common mistakes in restructures
• Benefit from learning about tips and tricks to ensure a successful restructure process

Who Should Attend

Employment lawyers, in-house legal counsel, general practitioners, HR professionals.

Presenters

Rosemary Wooders, Partner, Bell Gully

Scott Worthy, Partner, Kiely Thompson Caisley